Epic Games is set to launch two major updates for Fortnite this May, bringing fresh content and exciting gameplay opportunities for battle royale fans. The Party Up: Celestial Strike event begins May 23, followed by the Mandalorian Rising update on May 22.

Party Up: Celestial Strike Event Details

Starting May 23 at 9 AM ET, players can participate in the Celestial Strike event to earn numerous free cosmetics. The event runs through June 7 at 2:30 PM ET, offering rewards including:

• Alien Boy Jam Track (1 completed quest)
• Victory Plume Spray (2 quests)
• Opaline Slashers Pickaxe (3 quests)
• Confident Iridia Spray (4 quests)
• Peacock's Dream Wrap (5 quests)
• Opaline Scabbard Back Bling (6 quests)
• High Five! Emoticon (7 quests)
• Origami Battalion Emote (8 quests)
• Iridia Vayne Outfit (9 quests)

Daily quests will alternate between earning XP in creator-made experiences and Epic-published modes while playing with friends.

Interactive Darth Vader Experience

Fortnite's recent Star Wars mini-season introduced an AI version of Darth Vader that players can interact with through voice chat. After defeating the Sith Lord in combat, he joins your squad and can address you by your skin's name or a name of your choosing.

Mandalorian Rising Update

Launching May 22, this update brings:

• Fully customizable Mandalorian skin
• Mandalorian Jetpack
• New weapons
• Additional Star Wars themed content

How to Participate

To claim Celestial Strike rewards, players must party up with friends. The event emphasizes social gameplay across both creator-made and official Epic experiences.

With these substantial updates, Fortnite continues to evolve its gameplay experience, blending popular franchises with innovative interactive elements that keep players engaged.